Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 diced red onion and 1 diced jalapeño and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 cups of fire-roasted corn, and 1 can of diced green chiles to the pot. Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of Tajín seasoning, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to coat the ingredients.
- Pour in 4 cups of chicken stock, bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return to the soup.
- Stir in 1 cup of sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt, followed by 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese and the juice of 1 lime. Mix well and maintain low heat for about 3 minutes.
- Ladle soup into bowls, topping with crumbled queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
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Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Adjust the jalapeño for desired spice level. Rotisserie chicken can be used for quicker prep.